Pathology-Anatomic and ClinicalUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program

Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Iowa City, Iowa, sponsored by University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.

About University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program

ACGME code
3001821116
Program director
Charles Knudson
Location
Iowa City, Iowa
Data updated
October 3, 2026
Positions
7
First-year spots
Applicants
597
Latest cycle
IMG residents
48%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program is a university Based Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency program in Iowa City, Iowa, sponsored by University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center. It offers 7 first-year positions, higher than the typical Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program (4).

In the latest application cycle the program received 597 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 48% of current residents, compared with a median of 40% across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

How often applicants were invited to interview, depending on the signal they sent.

  • Gold signal: interviewed0%
  • Silver signal: interviewed0%
  • No signal: interviewed5%
  • Geographic preference matched: interviewed31%
  • Geographic preference not matched: interviewed7%
Positions offered
7
Positions filled
7
Applications received
597
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Virtual interviews
Yes
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
F-1 students accepted
Yes
Osteopathic recognition
No

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates43%
  • US DO graduates10%
  • US IMGs5%
  • Non-US IMGs43%

Demographics

  • Women57%
  • Men43%
  • White62%
  • Asian5%
  • Hispanic or Latino5%

Contact and location

Program director
Charles Knudson
Program coordinator
Kelly Schnoebelen
Coordinator phone
(319) 384-5313
Program phone
(319) 384-9608
Sponsoring institution
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Pathology 200 Hawkins Drive Iowa City, IA 52242 Open in Google Maps

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 48% of residents at University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical program has 40% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program offer?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program offers 7 first-year Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical positions, and 7 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 247.

Do program signals help at University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?

Applicants who sent University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program a gold signal received interviews about 0% of the time, silver signals about 0%, and applicants without a signal about 5%.

Where is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program located?

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program is located at University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Pathology 200 Hawkins Drive Iowa City, IA 52242. Its sponsoring institution is University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.

Who is the program director of University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program?

The program director is Charles Knudson. The program coordinator, Kelly Schnoebelen, is the usual contact for application questions.

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